POWERLESSNESS:2 2022

"POWERLESSNESS:2" is a 2022 abstract artwork by Thomas Riesner, a German artist born in 1971. The artwork is a vibrant and expressive piece characterized by bold strokes of color, predominantly black, blue, and green, with hints of yellow and pink. The central figure, a distorted human form, appears to be engulfed by shadowy figures, creating a sense of overwhelming anxiety and helplessness. Riesner's work is often seen as a reflection of contemporary anxieties and the complexities of human experience, "POWERLESSNESS:2" captures this theme, presenting a powerful and visceral image of vulnerability and fear.